Professional communication skills training made easy by expert communication trainer Dan O'Connor. Learn danger phrases, power phrases, communication tactics, and effective communication skills you can use immediately to polish your image, be more persuasive, deliver superior customer service, and sound like a CEO. Communicate with confidence, clarity, power, and finesse with the help of this professional communication training podcast.
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The Communication Guys Podcast: Communication Excellence | Professional and Personal Success
Tim Downs and Dr. Tom Barrett: Speakers, Authors, Communication Trainers, E
Your ultimate level of success depends on your ability to express yourself in a creative, confident, and compelling way. Whether you speak, teach, or write, the same underlying principles of communication will guarantee excellence in whatever you do. The Communication Guys podcast teaches those timeless, universal principles and applies them to all forms of communication: spoken and written, personal and public, platform and small group. Tim Downs is a professional speaker, communication tra ...
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Communication Snacks: Tips for a Successful Professional Life
Blythe Musteric and Marc Musteric, Silicon Valley Communication Experts
Learn communication tips to help you stand out, move up, and win more often in a crowded professional world! Join Silicon Valley communication experts Marc and Blythe Musteric as they share communication tips from their 20,000+ hours of coaching clients in Silicon Valley. From interpersonal communication to presentations and public speaking to grammar, effective communication can be challenging. Learn the tips you need to lead a more successful life.
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Being coachable is the key to personal growth and success. With a little bit of focus and a little bit of effort, you can cultivate a coachable mindset. In today’s episode, we share five ways to be more coachable. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Send your questions or comments to…
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Even if you’re working hard, your boss, manager, and other stakeholders won’t necessarily notice unless you make an effort to show what you’re working on. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Send your questions or comments to questions [at] communicationsnacks [dot] com. If you love …
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When answering questions, remember to pay attention to both your answer as well as the deeper message you are implying. Even if you get the answer right, you might send the wrong message. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Let us know which of these tips have helped you. Do you have…
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Your Personal Communication Metaverse
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Whether you realize it or not, you are communicating inside your own personal metaverse, and your world may be very different from other people’s worlds. In today’s episode we discuss the implications of this and share three strategies that will help you avoid conflict and confusion. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podc…
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What’s the secret to keeping your employees on your team and keeping yourself in your job? Trust. In today’s episode we talk about the 3 C’s for building trust at work. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Send your questions or comments to questions [at] communicationsnacks [dot] com…
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The Facilitator Paradox: How to Facilitate Like a Pro
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At some point in your career, you may be asked to facilitate a discussion or workshop. It doesn’t have to be challenging if you keep the Facilitator Paradox in mind. In today’s episode, we’ll explain what this means and share the tips we've accumulated over the past 17 years leading workshops and classes. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/com…
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The Lies We Tell Ourselves Before Interviews
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We often lie to ourselves about our skills, abilities, and potential. Believing these lies makes it hard to represent ourselves confidently in interviews and other high-stakes conversations. In today’s episode we’ll explore the lies we tell ourselves before interviews, why we lie to ourselves, and what we should do about it. Find us online at http:…
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What does it mean to be a thought leader? Can you become one if you’re not already a recognized leader? In today’s episode we’ll explore what it means to have influence, how to find your niche, how to build and enhance your expertise, and how to use that information to lead and influence others. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication…
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How to stop worrying about what other people think
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In today's episode, we’re talking about how to stop worrying about what other people think. We'll give you 4 easy strategies that will help you leave your worries behind! Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Let us know how these tips have helped you. Do you have additional tips that …
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How To Take the Guesswork Out of Your Messages
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In today's episode, we're talking about how to take the guesswork out of your messages and avoid burdening your listeners. Whether you are a manager who wants to have better meetings with your direct reports or simply someone who wants to avoid stressing people out, this episode is for you! Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snac…
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It's easy to become boring if we aren't making an intentional effort to be interesting! In today's episode, we share 5 tips that will help you be less boring. We'd love to hear from you! Send your questions or comments to questions [at] communicationsnacks [dot] com. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ Connect with…
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The One Thing You Must Do Before Your Next Presentation
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In today's episode, we explain the one thing you must do before your next presentation or public speaking event. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ Do you have questions about how to prepare for presentations? Do you have any presentation or public speaking stories to share with us? We'd love to hear from you! Sen…
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In today's episode, we talk about communicating with yourself and why it matters. If you want to learn more about the communication principle we mentioned at the beginning of this episode, check out our January 29, 2020 episode called "Communication Awesomeness® Principle 1." Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We …
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3 Weird Communication Habits To Start Now
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We're getting weird in today's episode! We're sharing three weird habits that will make you a better communicator. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ We would love to hear from you! Do you have questions about how to answer interview questions? Send your questions or comments to questions [at] communicationsnacks …
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How to Convince the Interviewer You Are the Right Fit for the Job
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In today's episode, we give you four tips on how to convince your interviewer that you are the right fit for the job you are applying for. If you'd like to hear what we've said in the past about small talk and conversations, check out these episodes: Conversations Made Easy, How to Set Conversation Goals, and Cocktail Party Communication. Find us o…
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How to Connect in an Angry World [E174]
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Is it possible to connect with someone whose politics or social views are the virtual opposite of your own? Yes, it is possible—and it’s important that we learn to do it, because the world is becoming angrier and more polarized than ever before. How will we solve the problems of the future if we can’t even talk to one another? Episode 174 of the Co…
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How To Make Your Interview Answers More Memorable
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In today's episode, we discuss how to make your interview answers more memorable. We want to give a big "thank you!" to The Six Fifty for naming Communication Snacks one of the "11 essential Silicon Valley Podcasts (mostly) not about tech"! Read their review here: https://thesixfifty.com/11-stellar-silicon-valley-podcasts-mostly-not-about-tech-9438…
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Planning for Your Post-Pandemic Re-entry
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In today's episode, we talk about tips for returning to the workplace after a year of working from home. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ Connect with us on Instagram @communicationsnacks Find our book on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2VSAPFn We would love to hear from you! What are your re-entry plans? Email your q…
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Understanding Your Discussion Style (And Why It Matters)
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In today's episode, we outline three common discussion styles. We discuss what it means to be high-energy, reflective, or hierarchical and talk about how your styles can affect your communication with others. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-snacks-podcast/ Connect with us on Instagram @communicationsnacks Find our book on Amaz…
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In today's episode, we discuss tips that will help you win in your virtual workplace. It may be a bit easier to communicate now that many of us are virtual, but this isn't the time to coast! We'll show you a few tips that will help you stand out, move up, and win more often in a virtual world. Find us online at http://www.ovient.com/communication-s…
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How to Stay Focused While Video Conferencing
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Have you been spending a lot of time on video calls lately? We have, and we know how easy it can be to lose focus and motivation! In today's episode, we share our tips on how to stay focused during calls and how to deal with challenging calls. Listen along as we discuss tips and stories about our own experiences on video calls. In our podcasts, we …
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In this episode we share suggestions for how to stay connected with your work team and how to build camaraderie while working from home. We also have a special announcement! On Friday, March 27 at 1:00 PM Pacific time, we'll be hosting a free, virtual coffee chat with our listeners. If you want to join us, simply send us an email telling us you wan…
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Communication Secrets for Working From Home
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Working from home? In this episode, we share secrets for keeping your connections with your colleagues strong! Special Announcement: If you've ever wanted to take one of our seminars, now's your chance! You don't have to be in the Bay Area. We're coming to you online! We'll be leading an online Speak with Confidence and Power seminar on Wednesday, …
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Communication Awesomeness® Principle 5
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In this episode, we discuss Communication Awesomeness® Principle 5: Nothing changes unless you do. Don't get stuck in a rut! If you aren't actively attempting to improve your communication habits, your interactions with people won't change. Learn tips on how to analyze your past communication so that you can start to start moving toward your ultima…
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Communication Awesomeness® Principle 4
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In this episode, we discuss Communication Awesomeness® Principle 4: communication must be strategic. We talk about how communication is complex and unpredictable and share ways to prepare for important conversations. And most importantly, we introduce our "WTF" strategy! In our podcasts, we discuss communication tips that will help you stand out, m…
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Communication Awesomeness® Principle 3
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into Communication Awesomeness® Principle 3: controlled communication is powerful communication. We discuss how controlling your non-verbal communication, your message, and your bridge moments will make you a more powerful communicator. In our podcasts, we discuss communication tips that will help you stand out,…
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Communication Awesomeness® Principle 2
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into Communication Awesomeness® Principle 2: you cannot be successful alone. We discuss how trust enables transaction. We share three practical ways you can build trust with your colleagues: seek to listen, seek to understand, and seek to engage. The "Communication Cake, Anyone?" episode that we refer to in toda…
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Communication Awesomeness® Principle 1
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In this episode, we take a deep dive into Communication Awesomeness® Principle 1: If you don't define who you are, others will. Listen along as we outline three specific strategies that will help you take charge of your personal narrative. In our podcasts, we discuss communication tips that will help you stand out, move up, and win more often in a …
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The 5 Principles of Communication Awesomeness™
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In this episode, we share the 5 principles of Communication Awesomeness™! In our podcast, we discuss communication tips that will help you stand out, move up, and win more often in a crowded professional world. You can find our book on Amazon at https://amzn.to/2VSAPFn If you are interested in learning more about our Communication Awesomeness™ Coac…
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Turning Resolutions into Reality [E173]
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Do your New Year’s resolutions have a way of vanishing, despite your best intentions? This week’s Communication Guys podcast is “Turning Resolutions into Reality,” where the Guys describe the key attitudes and habits that can make this year different and help you finally accomplish those dreams and goals. This episode is a replay of Episode 16.…
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How to Create Fun and Meaningful Conversations [E172]
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Are you getting tired of the same old boring conversations? Then you’ll like this week’s Communication Guys podcast, “How to Create Fun and Meaningful Conversations,” where the Guys give creative suggestions for going a little deeper with friends and family this holiday season. This episode is a replay of one of our most popular podcasts, Episode 1…
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In this episode, we talk about the invisible rules of workplace culture and how not following these rules can impact your career. We discuss some specific areas where invisible culture can impact your career and share tips for working through these situations. In our podcasts, we discuss communication tips that will help you stand out, move up, and…
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The 1 Day Communication Challenge [E171]
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You would be amazed at how much you can improve as a communicator in a single day. All you have to do is apply 5 simple techniques that will leave people wondering at the remarkable transformation that’s come over you. Today the Guys reveal those 5 life-changing techniques. Does it sound like we’re over-promising? Try it for one day and see for you…
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5 Ways to Become a Warmer Person [E170]
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According to research, the character quality that everyone instinctively looks for first is “warmth.” Do people perceive you as a “warm” person? Today the Guys discuss intriguing research in the social sciences that reveals the importance of personal warmth and give practical tips for developing that quality. This episode is a replay of one of our …
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Dealing with Conflicts Before they Become Conflicts [E169]
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Why do park rangers lob explosives onto a mountainside to purposely start an avalanche? Answer: Because the avalanche you start yourself is the easiest one to control. In this episode The Guys explain how to deal with disagreements while they’re still minor grievances and before they erupt into full-blown battles. This episode is a replay of one of…
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Why We Make Bad Communication Choices [E168]
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Do you suffer from a “brain bias?” We all do. A brain bias is a faulty way of thinking that’s hardwired into every human brain. They’re common to all of us, and they can lead us to make some very bad decisions about the way we communicate. In this episode clinical psychologist Dr. Tom Barrett explains how a brain bias works, and describes 5 common …
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The Soft Skills are the Hard Skills [E167]
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Your current skills allowed you to land the job you have now, but what are the skills that will allow you to hold on to that job in the future? What are the skills that future employers will value most—the skills that will allow some to advance, while others remain stuck where they are? Today The Guys describe 5 increasingly important business skil…
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The 6 Rules of Storytelling [E166]
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Do you know how to tell a great story? Some do, most do not. Everyone agrees that stories are able to connect powerfully with listeners, but only if you know how to tell your story well. Today the Guys share 6 commonly overlooked principles that will help you shape and polish your stories for maximum impact. This episode is a replay of one of our m…
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Have you ever had a discussion where the stakes were high, opinions varied, and emotions were running strong? Master trainer Justin Hale from VitalSmarts, the organization responsible for the best-selling book, “Crucial Conversations,” explains how you can have a productive discussion even when passions are high. This episode is a replay of one of …
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Avoiding Drama in the Workplace [E164]
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When a conflict begins, what role do you naturally play: Victim, Persecutor, or Rescuer? According to Dr. Nate Regier, a conflict is like a drama that follows a predictable script, and we each play one of three roles in that drama. By understanding those roles and refusing to play them we can reduce the unpleasant drama that comes with conflict. In…
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